$3000.00 Retention Bonus - Industrial Refrigeration & HVAC-R Technician - 3rd Shift

Nestle Operational Services Worldwide SA•Little Chute, WI

22d•Onsite

About The Position

Nestlé USA is hiring an Industrial Refrigeration & HVAC-R Technician to support the systems that keep a food manufacturing facility running. The technician services, troubleshoots, repairs, and maintains ammonia refrigeration, HVAC, and plant utility systems; supports Process Safety Management; and serves on the factory Emergency Response and HAZWOPER teams. Hands-on training, classroom support, and company-provided certification assistance are available. The position is on 3rd shift, with 12-hour shifts on a 2-2-3 rotation. Starting pay is $35.64 per hour based on knowledge and demonstrated skill, plus a $1.50-per-hour 3rd-shift premium. A $3,000 retention bonus is paid in two installments: $1,500 after four months and $1,500 after eight months of employment. Quarterly bonus opportunities and comprehensive benefits after 30 days are offered. The facility also has an on-site company store with Nestlé products. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Requirements

Ammonia refrigeration experience.
Basic computer skills and the ability to maintain accurate records.
Clear communication, teamwork, and time-management skills.
Ability to work in hot and cold environments and at heights, and frequently lift up to 50 pounds.
If not already certified, earn RETA CARO certification within the first year; company-provided course support is available.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED preferred.
At least one year of manufacturing experience preferred.
At least one year of HVAC-R experience or related education preferred.
RETA CARO certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Install, service, troubleshoot, and repair industrial HVAC-R and utility equipment.
Support ammonia refrigeration, drive-in coolers and freezers, glycol chillers, boilers, water treatment, compressed air, hydraulic, make-up air, and heat-exchange systems.
Monitor steam boiler and water chemistry controls.
Maintain reverse osmosis systems, softeners, and filters.
Complete equipment logs and reports in the computerized maintenance system.
Support Process Safety Management and serve on factory Emergency Response and HAZWOPER teams.
Follow plant safety, GMP, housekeeping, and operating requirements.
Contribute in a team-based environment and assist with other assigned duties.
Read and follow safety rules, operating instructions, maintenance guidance, and procedure manuals; write routine reports and correspondence; and communicate effectively with employees and groups.

Benefits

$3,000 retention bonus, paid as $1,500 after four months and $1,500 after eight months of employment.
Additional $1.50-per-hour 3rd-shift premium.
Quarterly bonus opportunities.
Comprehensive benefits after 30 days of employment.
On-site company store with Nestlé products.
Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
401(k) plan with company match.
Educational assistance and dependent scholarships.
Employee Assistance Program, wellness coaching, health rewards, and tobacco cessation resources.
Adoption, maternity, and parental support.
Pet insurance and legal services group plans.
Discounts on Nestlé products, Nespresso, cell phone service, gyms, vehicles, home and auto insurance, and other employee programs.
Real Recognition points.